Marissa Higgins

Women are in a constant battle between two conflicting standards: be strong, but not too strong. Be modest, but not too modest, because then you’re a prude.

Being gay – or bi or pan or trans – is not just about sex. It’s about love.

1. Are you really a lesbian? You don’t look like one.”

First of all, it’s not a choice, and second of all, it’s not easy being part of the LGBTQ community. We’re in a struggle for equality for respect and safety.